Shebeen Posted February 25 Posted February 25 here's one in the flesh https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/dual-suspension-bikes/876954/2026-giant-anthem-advanced-sl1-all-new?referrer=top&return_to=L2NsYXNzaWZpZWRzL2MvZHVhbC1zdXNwZW5zaW9uLWJpa2Vz
Super Sywurm Posted February 25 Posted February 25 31 minutes ago, Shebeen said: here's one in the flesh https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/dual-suspension-bikes/876954/2026-giant-anthem-advanced-sl1-all-new?referrer=top&return_to=L2NsYXNzaWZpZWRzL2MvZHVhbC1zdXNwZW5zaW9uLWJpa2Vz Something is not right... Neill Du Toit, DieselnDust, thebob and 3 others 3 3
DieselnDust Posted February 25 Posted February 25 Just now, thebob said: Can save at least 20 grams by dropping the dork disk its an aero cover. reduces drag between the cassette and wheel spokes while freewheeling. Its worth at least 20W Zebra, NotSoBigBen, thebob and 5 others 1 7
thebob Posted February 25 Posted February 25 47 minutes ago, DieselnDust said: its an aero cover. reduces drag between the cassette and wheel spokes while freewheeling. Its worth at least 20W In that case, do they charge extra for it?
DieselnDust Posted February 25 Posted February 25 1 hour ago, thebob said: In that case, do they charge extra for it? Giant include it as a value add, from the showroom. The S-Works versions is carbon fibre and retails for R9999-95 Zebra, thebob, DM90 and 1 other 4
thebob Posted February 25 Posted February 25 S-Works customers will round it up to 10k for the post ride *** praat session DieselnDust 1
DieselnDust Posted February 25 Posted February 25 41 minutes ago, thebob said: S-Works customers will round it up to 10k for the post ride *** praat session And they will quote the fitment fee so R12k at least thebob 1
Caerus Posted February 25 Posted February 25 11 hours ago, Shebeen said: here's one in the flesh https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/dual-suspension-bikes/876954/2026-giant-anthem-advanced-sl1-all-new?referrer=top&return_to=L2NsYXNzaWZpZWRzL2MvZHVhbC1zdXNwZW5zaW9uLWJpa2Vz I'll buy that in 2030.
hansolo Posted February 26 Posted February 26 Odd that we aren't getting AnthemX's, it looks like more versatile bike for the "average Joe". thebob and Headshot 1 1
Headshot Posted February 26 Posted February 26 33 minutes ago, hansolo said: Odd that we aren't getting AnthemX's, it looks like more versatile bike for the "average Joe". Indeed, but you know...Cape Epic... hansolo 1
DieselnDust Posted February 26 Posted February 26 1 hour ago, hansolo said: Odd that we aren't getting AnthemX's, it looks like more versatile bike for the "average Joe". I am always quite intrigued by the “average Joe’s “ requirement for a longer travel bike. Launch a 120mm bike and they want a 130mm. Give them the 130 and they want a 140 yet they have mastered none…. your “average Joe” is a gravel biker. its a bit like needing a 4tjuna to drop the kids at school amac and BuffsVintageBikes 1 1
thebob Posted February 26 Posted February 26 1 minute ago, DieselnDust said: I am always quite intrigued by the “average Joe’s “ requirement for a longer travel bike. Launch a 120mm bike and they want a 130mm. Give them the 130 and they want a 140 yet they have mastered none…. your “average Joe” is a gravel biker. its a bit like needing a 4tjuna to drop the kids at school Most of them can't even manage a small rock garden without soiling themselves, so more travel is more better. The success of the Epic Evo locally shows that the Anthem X has a place in the lineup for SA hansolo and Headshot 2
DieselnDust Posted February 26 Posted February 26 42 minutes ago, thebob said: Most of them can't even manage a small rock garden without soiling themselves, so more travel is more better. The success of the Epic Evo locally shows that the Anthem X has a place in the lineup for SA Evo is 120mm X is a 130mm im sure that is a sweet spot but I guarantee once it arrives reviewers will be moaning for 140mm joe average will follow like sheeple.. ibis just launched a Ripley SL with 130/120 and it will replace the Exie. reviewers and Joe average are loaning it’s not as light as the exie. Slaan my met n pap snoek, but a him manufacturer and distributor can never satisfy cyclists. I reckon 120 is overkill For Joe average and more travel isn’t going to get through those rock gardens any easier than 120.
Pandatron Posted February 26 Posted February 26 Said mean things about this bike when it launched, its looking better and better. Might go to the LBS even DieselnDust 1
thebob Posted February 26 Posted February 26 (edited) 18 minutes ago, DieselnDust said: ibis just launched a Ripley SL with 130/120 and it will replace the Exie. Exie is going nowhere Quote Evo is 120mm X is a 130mm ummm no. Anthem X is 120 rear, 130 front. Same as the Epic Evo Anthem X Advanced SL (2026) | Giant Bicycles US Edited February 26 by thebob
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